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Fifteen Techie Gadgets you Need Today

Birthday, anniversary, or any other gift giving occasion – searching for that perfect gift is always a challenge. For the techie in your life, the latest gadget is always a terrific option. Better yet if that gadget is focused on safety and security – kill two birds with one stone! Give the gift they want...

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Wishing you a Joyous Holiday Season!

We wish you all the best this holiday season and a happy and prosperous new year!   Please note that we will be closed December 23 and 24 and December 31 and will be available for emergency service only December 20-22. SummaryArticle NameWishing you a Joyous Holiday Season!DescriptionHappy holidays from Cultris Security Systems!Author Jason Smith...

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Dorm Security for your College Student

There are currently more than 20 million students enrolled in college courses, according to the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) National Center for Education Statistics. Many schools require that first-year students live on campus. The dorm is a great way to meet new friends, form study groups and it provides easy access to classes and...

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We’ll Leave the Light on for you – Hotel Safety

Are you going on vacation? Or, perhaps, traveling for business? If so, you may be making a hotel room your “home away from home.” Hotel safety should be an important consideration. While it may lack the comforts of home, a hotel shouldn’t lack the security. Keep these safety tips in mind the next time you...

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Protecting Seniors from Fraud

The FBI reported there was over $1 billion in losses in 2020 based on complaints of fraud against those over 60. Schemes against the elderly take on all forms. They often appeal to their lack of tech knowledge or tug on their heartstrings. Some seniors are physically or mentally vulnerable to these fraudsters. Others are...

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What do I Need to Know about the 3G Sunset?

Alarm systems use cellular communication to send signals to the central station for monitoring. These devices get upgraded every few years to reflect the cellular standard of the time. The current standard is what is called LTE which is 4G, with 5G coming soon.  Over time, the cellular providers stop supporting previous versions. 2G was...

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The New Neighborhood Watch – CCTV

Neighborhood Watch programs have often served as another line of defense against criminals. HOA members and residents watch out for the community during vulnerable times. After Hurricane Harvey, neighbors who were not flooded patrolled entrances to their neighborhoods to keep looters and others away. While this manpower was great during those times, it is not...

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Theft of Vehicle Components

Joe was completely caught off guard on a Tuesday morning to discover the wheels on his SUV stolen. The vehicle was up on blocks in the driveway. Unfortunately, theft of wheels is becoming more common. Groups of criminals band together to get it done quickly under the cover of night. Replacing the wheels is expensive,...

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Preventing False Alarms

Preventing false alarms on an intrusion or fire system is a key priority for dispatching agencies. Estimates indicate that over 90% of all alarm calls to police are actually false alarms. As a result, police are applying resources to situations unnecessarily and their response times on real alarms are often slower due to the “boy...

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Do you have Security System Gaps?

Surprisingly, studies have shown that only 25-30% of homes in the US have a security system in place. Many homeowners have older alarms, are not monitored or have just added cameras in key areas. Even those who have a more comprehensive system may still have security system gaps they are not even aware of.  With...

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